Prescott National Forest rescinds fire restrictions on Thursday, August 8 at 8:00 A.M.

The Prescott National Forest will lift all fire restrictions on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at 8:00 a.m.  Stage 1 restrictions have been in place across the forest since June 6, 2024.  Fire managers continually evaluate conditions across the forest to help determine when to implement or rescind fire restrictions. Enough rain has fallen across the forest to increase fuel moisture levels and decrease fire danger.

The public should remain vigilant while visiting the forest, regardless of restriction levels.

• Leaving your campfire unattended is illegal all year round. Campfires must be dead out – cold to the touch – before you walk away. 
• Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land. 
• When recreational target shooting, bring a shovel and water or fire extinguisher in case of sparks, place your targets on dirt or gravel, away from grass; take your “trigger trash” with you and remember exploding targets are always prohibited. 

Know Before You Go!  Statewide fire restriction information can be found at www.wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions.  The map shows current fire restrictions on federal and state managed lands in New Mexico and Arizona. 

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